The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) at the NCAOOSCE office
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The inauguration ceremony took place at the headquarters of the Commission in Abuja.
Speaking at the event, the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, represented by the Director of the System Study and Review Department, Mr. Olusegun Adigun, said the establishment of ACTUs in government organisations is aimed at promoting accountability, transparency and integrity in the public service.
He explained that the unit will monitor internal processes, promote ethical conduct among staff, and support the fight against corruption within the organisation.
Also speaking, the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education, Dr. Muhammad Sani Idris, represented by the Chief of Staff and Head of Human Resource and Administration, Dr. Daha Tijjani Abdurrahman, urged the newly inaugurated members of ACTU to view the responsibility as both an honour and a duty.
He encouraged them to serve as champions of integrity and accountability within the Commission, ensuring that its programmes remain transparent and aligned with the highest standards of public service.
Dr. Abdurrahman also reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment under the leadership of Dr. Muhammad Sani Idris to remain guided by the principles of integrity, diligence and service to the nation as it continues to provide educational opportunities for millions of vulnerable children across the country.
The oath of allegiance was administered to the five members of the ACTU by the ICPC Legal Officer, Nkem Ezenwa.
In her acceptance speech, the Chairman of the ACTU of NCAOOSCE, Hajiya Falila Darda’u Rafindadi, expressed appreciation to the Executive Secretary, Dr. Muhammad Sani Idris, for the confidence reposed in her. She pledged to discharge her responsibilities diligently alongside other members of the unit in promoting transparency, accountability and integrity within the Commission.
